Battery and charger
Fire Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | SR/01292/25 |
| Brand | KD EUROPE |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | S039-A, XQH-420S020 |
| Published | 11 April 2025 |
Risk Description
The battery does not stop charging even when it is beyond the range of its operating temperature. This can cause the battery to overheat and catch fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive nor with the General Product Safety Regulation.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 18/02/2025
Product Description
Battery for electrically assisted pedal cycles (EAPC) and its charger. Battery specifications: voltage: 36V; electric charge: 14.4 Ah.